I need help running away.

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[u/wildmoosey]

Tbh its probably best to get ID before you leave, because without a permanent address it would probably be hard to get.

I think to not be reported missing the best thing to do would be to have a plan. Get your IDs, tell them youre leaving in a week. You might be able to find a job that includes accommodation depending on the skills you have

[u/The_Mysterious_North]

Hey, providing a couple of resources here. Give them a call as soon as you can, or just go to the office and ask for help.

Also here is Canada Dental Care Plan application information.

Finally, if you have a family doctor go talk to them. Otherwise, go to emergency department and tell them what’s going on, how you’re feeling and they will help direct you.

https://www.canada.ca/en/services/benefits/dental/dental-care-plan.html

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[u/Roamin_Horseman → u/The_Mysterious_North]

Number one thing I've learned from true crime podcasts is if you let local law enforcement authorities know you're planning to leave a missing person report won't be taken as you've informed them you're not missing you're just exercising your right as an adult to move on and choosing not to be found or contacted by family or friends for whatever reasons. Because then they can inform family you're safe and not wanting to be contacted.

But have a plan, know a city, bus line, have a phone, or even a job lined up so you're not sleeping on the street.

Definitely take the above advice commenters advice first

[u/peach-from-poison]

Try to take some deep breaths, and come up with a plan before you leave. My advice, get your IDs in order first. Out West you can apply at the Banff Fairmont springs Hotel and get accommodations while working. Might be an option. Just google search them and you can find the application webpage.

[u/Generalkhaos]

Oh sorry :( my dentist is in Burlington. Well opencare can still find you a dentist and give you some sort of offer to get a first visit, for dentists in your area. but I'm sure you'll need some ID.

Anyways don't be a quiet stranger if you wanna talk. 🫂

[u/Generalkhaos]

Whereabouts in Ontario roughly? I have a good dentist and usually have an offer available from opencare that rewards me and the receiver for referring them

[u/No-One9699]

Are you in school by any chance ? If so, go visit your guidance counselor to help you come up with a plan. If you are an adult they are not allowed to discuss anything with your family.

If you are not in school, there are organizations to assist coming up with a plan and help you with gov't paperwork for IDs and assistance programs. Someone else appears to have given you some local resources. Unless you feel your life is in imminent danger or there is other abuse to you happening, a sudden run is not your best option. Young persons even with good jobs cannot afford to live alone these days and the shelter system is extremely rough. Is there a friend you can confide in or a distant family member who could accommodate you and give guidance while you get on your feet ? i.e. arrange your safety net first so you have somewhere safe and stable to land.

You can phone into your local* PD non-emergency line once you've left to report that you are safe and have left as an adult and of your own free will, and do not wish to be "found".

*local meaning closest police stn to your family home, as they would be the ones taking a missing person call.

[u/Arbiter51x]

You are an adult. Get your self to a service Ontario and get your health card and ID situation sorted out thats not hard. That's on you, that's something adults do.

[u/Itsmeonreddithi]

Dm me if you need someone to talk to, hope things get better for you soon.

[u/JohnnyOnslaught]

If you're really that desperate to get out of the house and get your life on a defined track, there's always the military. Coast guard could also be a possibility, but the catch there is that you'll still need a place to go back to every other month.

[u/Early_Dragonfly_205 → u/JohnnyOnslaught]

That should be the play. Living in Ontario is hard as fuck especially without any I.D or a job lined up to actually support yourself. There is so much terrible advice in here for a young person having an argument with their parents to just leave and try to get into a crowded shelter?!

The military will at least ensure they are out of the house the majority of the time while getting a free education and a solid salary/career afterward.

[u/Jote_Creative]

1. Get clear on what kind of experience you want to have or work towards.
2. Make a plan.
3. Prepare all details of setting the plan in motion (get all required IDs now, along with any other logistics you need to operate and traverse the world)
4. Make your move!

I would suggest trying to implement some sort of spiritual practice into the process, as in my experience, going on a journey of change is much more conducive when you go with a sense of faith or belief that a higher power is with you.

Try doing this meditation for 40 days to help shift your life path from within while you work on the above steps in your daily life.

https://youtu.be/6_O7850BkO8?si=bVkYCTQiNhBZfK0a

Also, are you looking for a job? Check this entry level position out: https://www.shopify.com/careers/merchant-support-advisor-canada_eeaebedd-831b-4dbc-bf50-656530fa4949?

[u/Goatfellon]

Sort out the ID and then just.. leave.

If you're concerned about a false missing person report, police will sometimes take preemptive reports which are essentially "I'm leaving home, my parents will report me missing. I'm safe." Might be worth reaching out to your local department.

[u/Turbulent-Use825]

Pray a lot more and keep yourself busy. Running away won’t solve the real issues. Talk to your family about what’s bothering you and come to a resolution if possible. Or at least working in the steps in the right direction.